The Camp - Lake Hawea
SH6, (1208 Lake Hawea Makarora Road), Lake Hawea, 9345 Lake Hāwea, New Zealand – Excellent location – show map
Excellent location – rated 9.0/10! (score from 509 reviews)
Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions
The location off the lake and having an entire 2 bedroom cabin with a front porch, table and chairs

The Camp - Lake Hawea (formerly The Lake Hawea Holiday Park) offers an authentic camping experience for guests and has been offering accommodations to campers, tourists and adventurers since 1971. Free private parking is available on site. The property is located within a 20-minute drive from Wanaka and just over a 1-hour drive from Queenstown. The Camp - Lake Hawea offers a a range of accommodations options as well as a variety of facilities and activities to suit guests. Guests can enjoy use of the BBQ facilities and there is also an on-site children's playground. The self-contained units have kitchens and bathrooms. The cabins have access to shared bathroom and kitchen facilities. The Camp - Lake Hawea includes 30 minutes' of free WiFi. Bike hire is available at the property and the area is popular for golfing and cycling. You can engage in various activities, such as fishing and hiking. Cromwell is 30 mi from The Camp - Lake Hawea, while Arrowtown is 30 mi from the property.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
- Non-smoking rooms
- WiFi
- Free parking
- Family rooms
- Beachfront
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See what guests loved the most:
- Barbara
United States of America
“The location off the lake and having an entire 2 bedroom cabin with a front porch, table and chairs” - Shai
Israel
“beautiful holiday park with amazing views of the lake. we stayed in cottage number 3. we arrived late on a cold night and the staff had left the heater on in the cottage, an incredibly thoughtful and appreciated gesture. the cottage was a...” - Jakub
Czech Republic
“Tiny house on the shore of the Lake Hawea was fantastic. The whole camp was very clean and spacious. Very friendly staff easy to communicate with. Late check in was not a problem, everything went smoothly and we enjoyed the camp a lot.”
Property questions and answersBrowse questions from guests for anything extra you want to know about the propertyThe property usually replies within a few days
Hi I’m looking for a cabin for myself and a dog on the 19th of April. Thanks
We have three dog friendly Cabins all of which are currently available for the dates requested. Please let me know if you have any further questions. ..Answered on 29 March 2022Hello! Does the tiny house have a private bathroom and shower? Thank you!
The tiny house has a small kitchenette but no toilet/shower facility. There are shared facilities available.Answered on 15 September 2022Hi! We have 2 well trained and behaved dogs. Would they be allowed to join us on our stay?
Hello, Yes, dogs are allowed However please note that dogs must be on a leash at all times. Dog droppings are to be picked up. Dogs are not allowed in..Answered on 19 February 2021When is the best time to visit your property for the perfect beach holiday?
Anytime! Summer is glorious for hot weather and swimming in our beautiful lake. Autumn produces stunning colours on the trees in our camp. Gorgeous ph..Answered on 11 December 2019How far away are the shared bathroom facilities from the safari tent by the lake? What do they consist of
Hi, It is approximately 150 meters away, but there is a portaloo/toilet onsite, right by the safari tent. The facilities have showers, toilets, sinks,..Answered on 29 November 2021Hi there, I’m very keen on coming up but I was wondering if there was any chance I could have a late check out on Sunday 26th? I’m skiing all day Satu..
Hello, It depends on the availability of the day. We could extend it for another hour, if available, but longer than that would require extra fee.Answered on 24 July 2020- Still looking?
Area info
Amenities of The Camp - Lake Hawea
- Non-smoking rooms
- WiFi
- Free parking
- Family rooms
- Beachfront
- Towels
- Linens
- Mountain view
- Garden view
- Outdoor fireplace
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Beachfront
- BBQ facilities
- Garden
- Shared kitchen
- Bicycle rentalAdditional charge
- Beach
- Cycling
- HikingOff-site
- Playground
- Fishing
- Golf course (within 2 miles)
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Tour desk
- LaundryAdditional charge
- Invoice provided
- Outdoor play equipment for kids
- Board games/Puzzles
- Fire extinguishers
- Smoke alarms
- Smoke-free property
- Heating
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- SaunaAdditional charge
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Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.
Children & Beds
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 16 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.
No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Cash is not accepted
The Camp - Lake Hawea accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 7:00 AM.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
The fine print
In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
FAQs about The Camp - Lake Hawea
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The prices at The Camp - Lake Hawea may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
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Check-in at The Camp - Lake Hawea is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.
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The Camp - Lake Hawea offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Sauna
- Cycling
- Hiking
- Playground
- Fishing
- Golf course (within 2 miles)
- Beachfront
- Bicycle rental
- Beach
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The Camp - Lake Hawea is 0.8 miles from the center of Lake Hāwea. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.